• Want To Know Whether Spical Will Be Effective? Check, check, and double-check!

  July 20, 2020

  simply disappear. While this isn’t such a problem for vegetable crops, it can lead to loss of sales value for ornamental crops. However, if the crop continues [...] magnifying glass to inspect your crop closely, as this is how you can identify both spider mite and predatory mites . They’re usually on the underside of the leaf [...] sometimes brownish, and their body is pear-shaped. If many more predatory mites than spider mites appear under your magnifying glass, you can be sure everything’s

• From Grower To Biological Pest Control Expert

  June 2, 2026

  on their website and popular podcast destination. Hosts Sandy Feather and Tim Abbey sit down with Jeremy to hear his take on working for Koppert, the industry [...] provides insight into how Koppert hires and manages their ornamental and cannabis consultants . They look for growers because growers have real world [...] today, and Koppert’s strength in nematodes and predatory mites . It’s a global market but Koppert ships beneficials from farms in California and Michigan

• No Risks for Employees or for the Environment

  October 22, 2019

  products and often use Swirski-Mite against thrips and sometimes release Spical and Spidex to control spider mites . And, of course, we also use traps and [...] trays and create the perfect environment for the sciarid fly to settle and develop.’ ‘We had few success stories’ Plántulas de Tetela started using the parasitic [...] agriculture and horticulture.’ It is clear that biological crop protection forms a vital aspect for the philosophy and mission of Plántulas de Tetela and Federico

• Fusarium wilt

  vessels which can be seen when the stems are cut. In banana, whole plantations may die and the soil may not be suitable for planting for many years to [...] species. Fusarium is widespread and can infect a range of host crops. Many species are considered weak pathogens and can only infect wounded or stressed [...] residues Choose resistant cultivars Use clean propagation materials (seed can be treated effectively with hot water) Use clean substrate in greenhouse crops

• PhylloKare

  the label to find the Directions for Use for each crop and situation. Dosage See label for crop-specific rates and timings. Environmental conditions This [...] vigor, and maximize crop potential during periods of stress. Learn more Crops PhylloKare can be used in hydroponic crops, outdoor tomatoes, ornamentals [...] Apply can be apply via foliar or root application systems early in the season and continue throughout the entire growing period. Check the label for each

• Acadian Organic

  establishment treatment can be used. Post-harvest applications can be made every 1-4 weeks from harvest to dormancy. Applications can be made either foliar [...] irrigation. Use a surfactant for maximum dispersal and leaf adherence. Application rates for permanent crops should be adjusted based on plant size and leaf area [...] well before use. ACADIAN® Organic Liquid Seaweed Concentrate fully dissolves in water and is suitable for use in liquid foliar, soil applied, and irrigation

• Acadian

  , a root treatment can be used. Post-harvest applications can be made every 1-4 weeks from harvest to dormancy. Applications can be made either foliar [...] irrigation. Use a surfactant for maximum dispersal and leaf adherence. Application rates for permanent crops should be adjusted based on plant size and leaf area [...] well before use. ACADIAN® Liquid Seaweed Concentrate fully dissolves in water and is suitable for use in liquid foliar, soil applied, and irrigation water

• Blueberry

  biological control and chemical control, as needed. By using non-chemical methods and reducing the use of pesticides, growers can limit their exposure [...] exposure to harmful chemicals and minimise the negative impact on the environment. Various beneficial organisms can be used for the control of aphids , fruit [...] addressing the numerous pests and diseases that can impact the health and productivity of these plants. IPM focuses on using a combination of methods to

• Thrips Can Get Out of Hand Quickly!

  April 16, 2019

  flower thrips love both plant juices and pollen, multiplying much faster on flowering plants than on a crop without flowers. A female can lay one to two hundred [...] s A quick response is required if thrips are to be brought under control. A small spot with thrips can become a real infestation in no time! The temperature [...] are and the faster they multiply. This is why the insects feel so at home in a warm greenhouse. Other factors also play a role, such as humidity and the

• Fusarium spp.

  vessels, which can be seen when the stems are cut. In banana, whole plantations may die, and the soil may not be suitable for planting for many years su [...] species. Fusarium is widespread and can infect a range of host crops. Many species are considered weak pathogens and can only infect wounded or stressed [...] causes foot and/or root rot of the infected host plant, and the disease may manifest as wilting, stunting and chlorosis or lesions on the stem and/or leaves